Bishop O'Connell High School

About Us
About Us
The mission of Bishop O'Connell High School is to provide students an education rooted in the life of Christ and to foster the pursuit of excellence in the whole person.
Admissions
O'Connell Admissions
Find all the information about applying to Bishop O'Connell here, including how and when to visit, deadlines and much more.

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Academics
Academics
Bishop O'Connell offers a challenging college-prep curriculum that includes 28 AP subjects and 36 honors courses. Our faculty is committed to helping students see their potential and to continue reaching to fulfill God’s plan for them.
Student Life
Student Life
It's always a great day to be a KNIGHT! We yell "D-J-O" which is the full name of our school: Denis J. O'Connell. Our student body of 1,100 is spirited and involved--from our 40+ year tradition of Superdance to find a cure for cystic fibrosis, to our Tuckahoe Elementary School tutors--there's something for everyone.
Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry provides opportunities for our students to experience the presence of Jesus in the Blessed Eucharist, to experience His healing power in the sacrament of Reconciliation, and to enter into a relationship with Him in personal prayer.
The Arts
The Arts
Bishop O'Connell has a vibrant and award-winning arts program. Our belief is that the Arts belong to everyone and that our school community will be enriched if every student has the opportunity for self-expression.
Athletics
Sports as a Ministry
The athletics program seeks to use the virtues of fortitude, teamwork, and athletic excellence as a means of drawing students to a personal relationship with Christ, a spirit of service to others, and to develop the habits of mind and body which lead to continued success.
Support DJO
Support O'Connell
The generosity of the Bishop O'Connell community is the difference between a "good" Catholic education and the exceptional experience our students receive during their time here.

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Lent 2026 at Bishop O'Connell

lent

Campus Ministry is providing several opportunities to pray, repent, and give back during Lent. Join us and draw closer to God this Lenten season.

Pray

Events

Feb. 18: Ash Wednesday All School Mass
Mar. 3, 7 PM: Family Night of Prayer, Chapel
Mar. 6: First Friday Mass for Consecration to the Sacred Heart
Mar. 19: Solemnity of St. Joseph All School Mass
Apr. 1: Stations of the Cross at Knight Time

Weekly Opportunities

Daily Mass at 7 AM & Knight Time/10 AM
Monday Morning Prayer at Knight Time 9:40 AM
Wednesday Block Advisory Rosary
B1 Bible Study during Lunch – 131B with Youth Apostles

Hallow is available for all students this Lent! More information coming soon.

Questions? Stop by the Campus Ministry offices or email us at ministry@bishopoconnell.org.

Repent

Give Back

Almsgiving and Christian Service Opportunities:

Feb. 26: Christian Service Trip* 1:25 PM dismissal
Mar. 7: Superdance!
Mar. 12: Christian Service Trip* 1:25 PM dismissal
Mar. 16: Christian Service Trip* (no class)
Mar. 22: Special Olympics Basketball Tournament**

Registration is required for all events: * register with Campus Ministry | ** register with Mrs. Rinaldi